How to Evaluate Workflow Tools: Practical Steps for Small Publishers

Presented by BISG’s Workflow Committee, this 30-minute micro-webinar is the second in our series focused on practical, real-world solutions for small publishers.

Evaluating workflow tools can feel daunting: the options are numerous, the trade-offs are often unclear, and resources are almost always limited.

In this session, BEN MCCOY, Vice President of Operations and Chief of Staff of InterVarsity Press will share a structured, pragmatic approach to identifying, assessing, and selecting workflow tools that align with the unique needs of smaller organizations.

Attendees will leave with strategies to approach tool evaluation with clarity and confidence, making decisions that balance ambition with the realities of time, money, and staff capacity.

Who Should Attend: 

• Small and mid-sized publishers considering workflow improvements
• Production, editorial, and operations staff tasked with managing or implementing tools
• Independent presses seeking affordable, scalable solutions

Key Takeaways: 

• How to define and prioritize requirements for a workflow tool
• How to compare options based on cost, integration, and usability
• How to plan for onboarding and long-term adoption

Featured Speaker

BEN MCCOY  serves as Vice President of Operations and Chief of Staff at InterVarsity Press, where he leads efforts spanning print production, inventory control, project management, organizational training, and vendor partnerships. Previously he focused on editorial operations and content production. Ben lives in North Carolina with his family and their energetic Australian Shepherd.

Interested in this topic? Learn more about BISG’s Workflow Committee here, and participate in the dialogue in our industry for your own personal growth and to help address industry challenges.